Hey, guys! I'm planning to go do title work on this SuperCab tomorrow so I can bring it home. I'm SuperStoked!
I know, I'm getting ahead of myself, but just can't wait to get started.

The truck was originally sold in California and used as a farm truck. The exterior is a bit rough (dents and dings) but the bottom of the truck is unbelievably clean. The original owner died, and this dealer bought it off his wife and shipped it in to central Pennsylvania. The title's going straight to me. Can't wait to be second owner of this gem!

 

So, I'm basically planning to restore the truck. Not an absolute show truck, but just a decent cab off frame restoration. I'll probably be picking at it over the next few years. I'll be looking for advice and tips along the way...

I've been arguing with myself over a few options...
Nice restoration - then sell it
Decent restoration - keep it
Hold on long term - build 7.3 diesel 4x4 restomod (probably only in my dreams)

1: This is a California truck, so it has emissions. It feels severely underpowered vs. my 77 with a 460. Still debating if this engine stays long-term, but for now I want to see if I can wake up the original 360.
All the emissions are coming off. I was not able to find any helpful information on the web. Any pictures, diagrams, or details about the emissions system would be helpful. Also, does this require putting a new exhaust on the truck?

2: I want to put a decent carb on the factory 360. I've debated fitting a bolt-on fuel injection system on my '77 460, so could I swap the Edelbrock 4-barrel from that truck to this one? I'm feeling like probably not because of different fuel/air requirements for different engine sizes.

For clarity, I have little mechanical experience, but I feel I have potential based on a few projects I've done. I'm highly visual, so with pictures I can probably figure it out. If I watch it on YouTube I definitely can do it.
Thanks in advance for your help!

 

I would make it drive as is. Get to know it as in what you like or dislike. Once it's in a million pieces it's real hard not to be one of those guys that never finished. If it's k-leen underneath why pull off frame? Clean,seal underside and recondition it cosmetically. I have been down this tore apart road myself past and present..it's as much mental to keep motivation wise as well as money,time etc ...

 

For the present it will drive as is while I iron out the little details related to running and functioning nicely and properly. I have 2 years of experience in automotive paint, so I plan to do the body work and paint myself. That's the long term plan. (I'm going to make it green again, as that seems to be the original, and I like those old greens.) I don't have a place to do this now, so that could be a few years down the road.
For now I'll run the truck, and, as you mentioned, this will give me time to get to know it, and give me a better idea of what I want for the truck. That's kinda where I'm at...

 

Borrowed a truck and trailer to bring her home today.



And there she is...




BTW... anyone know where I could pick up one of those correct big plastic steering wheels? This little thing feels very awkward in the truck. I also bumped the horn when parking, and the button got stuck. It was a few annoying seconds weighing my options, but I managed to hit it just right so it came unstuck and popped out again.
I'm assuming this should have the same big plastic wheel with the rubber center strip for the horn like my 77 has.

 

Dennis Carpenter is the first place to look for OEM like products. Some of their production is hit and miss though. I bought my wheel and horn pad from them. Very nice product.


BTW, nice looking truck. I have a two wheel drive 79 supercab, I love driving it in the summer.

 

The 360 never had and power and you won't give it any, just live with it or turn it into a 390 down the road with higher compression and a 4v.

DC would be the place for the steering wheel.

Looks like a decent rust free project. if more of you rust belt guys would do what you're doing by getting a rig out west you'd save a lot of time and money and have a better end result. just say no to rust.

 

Trying to figure out how to remove the emissions system...
How do I plug these holes in the head where these pipes screw in? Should I just pull this off and match up some little bolts for plugs?

 

Well, I got the emissions removed. Here's what I did for anyone else searching the topic.
These are just big set screws that I ordered on Amazon. Thread is 1/2-20; 1/2 long.

 

What oil would you guys run in a 360?

 

The best oil you're going to find on the shelf for a flat tappet is Valvoline VR-1. 10-30 is best under most conditions. maybe 20-50 if your engine is worn .

 

I'm looking for these little rod clips for my tailgate handle. 5/32" is the size I'm finding online for Ford vehicles. Can anyone confirm the size?

 

Nice project, X2 get it to start, stop and steer reliably before you do ANY thing else. I bet that tailgate rod clip is the same as a interior door handle rod clip. #431C56 for the TG. HELP dept at most auto parts stores.




https://www.autozone.com/screws-pins...B&gclsrc=aw.ds


https://shop.broncograveyard.com/197...oaAkYGEALw_wcB

 

Were is the engine temp sensor located on a 360? My temp gauge doesn't do anything.

 

I believe they are on the intake manifold. Look for any wires up there, should lead to it.

Btw, where in PA are you? I'm in Western PA about an hour northeast of Pittsburgh. My dad also recently bought a 76 Supercab longbed out of Texas, but his is an F150 with a 390.